This afternoon, I got the final clearance from my cardiologist so the EP can proceed with the ablation. I had the blood work which came back normal (with the exception of the 2.6 INR, to be expected), and the CT angiography (nothing remarkable other than the digital clock ticking where my heart should be -g-) . Anyhow, they're starting the transesophageal echo at noon on Monday and the cryo balloon PV ablation shortly after that. Hope to be back in a patient room for dinner.

Thank you all for the ongoing support. I will report back as soon as I am able, hopefully, Tuesday or Wednesday. Sharon will count my kidneys and corneas when I come out to make sure no one took any free samples. Xanax anyone?